Cruzer Jango gauntlet run!

**Cruzer** · 12-30-2007, 07:36 PM

Hey guys.

Ok, let's open up a run of fiberglass backed gel-coat copies of my Jango gauntlets, with some options to help meet everyones' specific needs. Here's a link to the interest thread that contains finished pics in posts #86 & #96: http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f28/guaging-interest-cruzer-jango-gauntlets-22920/

Specifics:

The shells will be fiberglass backed gel-coat. See 1st pic.
There are two options for the attachment parts: The light-weight option with parts cast from Feather Lite resin, or the slightly more durable option with parts cast from Smooth-Cast resin. The shore hardness between the two is 58D versus 70D, so there is only a slight difference. However this difference can be felt in total weight. For example, a hollowed-out flamethrower cast in Feather Lite weighs 5.9 oz., while a Smooth-Cast flamethrower weighs 8.2 oz. For me, the lighter the better, so I prefer the Feather Lite parts. See 1st pic.
I'm going to offer the missile as an option since some members already have aluminum missiles from other makers. The missile I can offer is a "Hyper-Firm" design, and I can offer it in four options (weight posted): Very soft bendable foam (1.5 oz.), rubber like material similar to Hyper-Firm material (2.5 oz.), Feather Lite (2.1 oz.), & Smooth-Cast (3.3 oz.). They're placed left to right respectively in the 2nd pic.
And finally, the hardware needed to assemble a complete pair of gauntlets. Includes 75" of blue hose, enough for five 15" sections. See 3rd pic.

I'm also going to be buying some paint to weather the gauntlets I assembled. I know Home Depot only sells custom mixed paint in minimum size of quarts. That's more than I need, so I'll look for some little containers and include some with as many gauntlet sets as I can.

Prices:

Gauntlet Kit (shells and parts) - $225
Missile - $25
Hardware Kit - $30

Payment info:

My paypal addy is Lorenzo_Cruz1@msn.com . USPS Postal Money Orders are preferred if you want to mail a payment. PM me for a mailing addy.

Shipping info:

USPS Priority Shipping is included. PM me for International shipping quote.

I think that's about it. Let me know if I've missed anything. For now, I'll go ahead and take up to ten orders to get this thing started.

Any questions, let me know.

Thanks,

Cruzer

Run List:
1. TK-4426 - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid................................... ........shipped
2. JDFett - gauntlet kit & hardware...paid................................... ................shipped
3. Steelblitz - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid............................shipped
4. BKBT - gaunlet kit & hardware...paid................................... ...................shipped
5. Satxer - gauntlet kit(fl), missile (r), & hardware...paid...............................shipped
6. nsucolonel - gauntlet kit(sc), missile(sc), & hardware...paid........................shipped
7. Brad 1957 - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid...........................shipped
8. TK0363 - gauntlet kit(sc), missile(fl), & hardware...paid.............................shipped
9. Florida_Phil - gauntlet kit, missile, & hardware...paid..................................shipped
10. Jango Wes - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(r), & hardware...paid........................shipped
11. Skywalker810 - gauntlet kit, missile, & hardware...paid...........................shipped
12. Illandriel- gauntlet kit, missile(sc), & hardware...paid..+ holsters........shipped
13. Fangs - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid................................... ...........shipped
14. Darth Hobbes - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid......................shipped
15. SoulAssassin - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid..set hinges+holsters.........shipped
16. Darksaber212 - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid....set hinges........shipped
17. TB750 - gaunlet kit(sc), missile(r), & hardware...paid..............+ holsters.........shipped
18. Oz - gauntlet kit(sc), missile, & hardware...paid................................... ....shipped
19. Asok - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...trade
20. bobafett669 - gaunlet kit, missile, & hardware...trade................................shipped
21. GCNgamer128 - missile(fl)...paid................................ .........shipped
22. Seeker - missile(fl)....................................... ...................shipped

List is now closed.
Thanks

**TK4426** · 12-30-2007, 07:52 PM

Let me be the first to step on up and get a set!

PP sent!

**Steelblitz** · 12-30-2007, 08:08 PM

PP sent here also.

**Alcfalath** · 12-30-2007, 08:11 PM

I wish you did Boba Fett ones as well lol :p these look really really sweet

**Steelblitz** · 12-30-2007, 08:21 PM

Two questions:

- What did you use to get the nice copper looking color on the featherlight missle?

- What do you recommend to use to hold the hinges on?

**ItsThatGuy** · 12-30-2007, 08:53 PM

Are you going to still offer these in Cold Cast?

**Jango_Wes** · 12-30-2007, 08:56 PM

Cruzer,

I'm in! PM sent.

Wes

**bigkidbiggertoys** · 12-30-2007, 10:19 PM

I'm up for one of these. PM sent.

**RevolverOcelot** · 12-30-2007, 10:30 PM

Im in pm sent.

**Cruzer** · 12-30-2007, 11:02 PM

Originally Posted by Alcfalath

I wish you did Boba Fett ones as well lol :p these look really really sweet

Actually...using these gauntlets as a base, I've been considering this project since I've heard from more than one person who's expressed similar interest.

Originally Posted by Steelblitz

Two questions:

- What did you use to get the nice copper looking color on the featherlight missle?

- What do you recommend to use to hold the hinges on?

Ace Hardware's brand of metallic copper.
Definitely use Satellite City's Super T (green label) CA glue if you want to ensure no problems later on. I wouldn't use anything else.

Originally Posted by ItsThatGuy

Are you going to still offer these in Cold Cast?

Down the road I may experiment a little more with the cold cast idea, especially since I have 5 lbs of aluminum powder sitting in my garage. However, for now I'm content with being able to offer members what I feel are quality gauntlets at what I hope is a reasonable price.

I'm also hoping Fettpride will be able to offer his Jango gauntlets in cold-cast soon because it seems he has mastered the art of cold-cast...and probably has a lot more patience for the process than I do. Plus, I'd like to begin taking a look at Alcfalath's suggestion.

Thanks guys. Any more questions, just let me know.

Cruzer

**Cruzer** · 12-30-2007, 11:39 PM

Hey guys, I forgot to mention to let me know of your choice of resin for the parts, and missile if applicable, when you place an order.

Thanks,
Cruzer

**GCNgamer128** · 12-31-2007, 12:08 AM

Can I just get a missile? If so, let me know

**Cruzer** · 12-31-2007, 12:28 AM

Of course, buddy!

**Halo_1** · 12-31-2007, 01:11 AM

New Year Bump! Real sweet Gauntlets bro...I'll have to hit you up for a pair once I start upgrading my gal's Jango.

Stay safe bro!

Tim.

**HeadlessHunter** · 12-31-2007, 03:16 AM

Looking great, and yeah get going on those Boba gauntlets!! ESB first!! Great work!!

**Alcfalath** · 12-31-2007, 05:25 AM

Pffft... Bobe Fett RotJ first.. ESB can wait :p

If you can make gauntlets a size that fits my arms comfortably, that would make me a very happy chappy

ive got a bit of muscle in the forearm... :S makes it a bit awkward sometimes lol :p

Of course thats if you start a set of RotJ gauntlets :p

**Satxer** · 12-31-2007, 05:26 AM

I'll take a gauntlet kit(featherlite parts), (the rubber like) missile and hardware.

PP has been sent!

**SEEKER** · 12-31-2007, 05:57 AM

Can i just get a missle too?

**TK0363** · 12-31-2007, 06:03 AM

Hi Lorenzo,

Can you put me down for:

gauntlet kit (Smooth Cast), missile (Feather Lite), & hardware

Cheers

Tony

**nsucolonel** · 12-31-2007, 06:12 AM

cruzer,

payment sent for hardware, feather lite missile, and smooth cast gauntlet

**Cruzer** · 12-31-2007, 06:26 AM

Thanks guys.
Got you all down.

**Steelblitz** · 12-31-2007, 06:40 AM

I'm waiting in the snow and ice by my mail box right now for them.

**Satxer** · 12-31-2007, 06:43 AM

Ditto on that..well, the snow and ice is melted...it is just cold...

**asok** · 12-31-2007, 07:14 AM

Cruzer, I would like a set a gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware.

Thanks,
Asok

**TK4426** · 12-31-2007, 07:18 AM

Forgot to put what kind of casting, Smooth cast for me por favor.

**AdmFrancis** · 12-31-2007, 08:55 AM

..please add me for a complete set.

PM send. thx a lot

**ItsThatGuy** · 12-31-2007, 10:07 AM

Cruzer - sent you a PM - Am I too late? I would like to be added to the listed for everything (gauntlets, hardware, hoses, and missile).

I'll send PayPal now, but if it's too late, just refund my money...

Thanks in advance!

**Cruzer** · 12-31-2007, 10:17 AM

Originally Posted by Halo_1

New Year Bump! Real sweet Gauntlets bro...I'll have to hit you up for a pair once I start upgrading my gal's Jango.

Stay safe bro!

Tim.

No problem, and I couldn't have offered the LEDs without you. By the way, feel like taking a larger order of LEDs from me? Like always, I'll throw in extra for your troubles!

Originally Posted by SEEKER

Can i just get a missle too?

Nah, you're already the only person to get FP cc gauntlets...the rest of us got to be able to have at least one thing you don't!

...of course, bro!

Originally Posted by ItsThatGuy

Cruzer - sent you a PM - Am I too late? I would like to be added to the listed for everything (gauntlets, hardware, hoses, and missile).
I'll send PayPal now, but if it's too late, just refund my money...

Thanks in advance!

Never too late, I'm going to take orders on a continuous basis.

**Darksaber212** · 12-31-2007, 10:29 AM

PM sent for a set.

**Cruzer** · 12-31-2007, 10:52 AM

I've been trying to order resin for the past hour. More and more people keep chiming in with interest, so I have to keep putting off placing the order.

I think interest is dwindling, so I'm going to go ahead and place the order for resin. It should be here in a few days and then I'll get started. I also just bought a bunch of these on ebay, so I'll throw 8 of them in each kit for you guys to use to attach all the parts.

**nsucolonel** · 12-31-2007, 11:23 AM

can you change my missle to a smooth cast one instead?

**TB750** · 12-31-2007, 12:08 PM

The things I miss... honestly. Cruzer, If I have to wait then that's fine. I'd prefer to be a little lower on the list, anyway.

Please put me down for:

Smooth-Cast resin gauntlets
The missile in the rubber like material similar to Hyper-Firm material (2.5 oz.)
hardware kit

I can't wait to see these babies in person.

**SoulAssassin** · 12-31-2007, 04:53 PM

I have a question, what kind of Rub n Buff do I need and where do I buy it? Can I get it a Home Depot or Lowes?

**Cruzer** · 12-31-2007, 10:15 PM

Originally Posted by SoulAssassin

I have a question, what kind of Rub n Buff do I need and where do I buy it? Can I get it a Home Depot or Lowes?

You'll find Silver Leaf Rub N' Buff at Michael's or online at their website: www.amaco.com.

Well, it looks like I may have stumbled across more accurate push button switches, the actual screen used type of slide switch, and more accurate LED housings. I ordered a bunch of samples, so when they come in, I'll post a few pics to see what everyone thinks before ordering more, or not.

**JDFett** · 01-01-2008, 05:14 AM

sweet..nothing wrong with something more accurate.LOL

**Jango72** · 01-01-2008, 10:12 PM

I'll watch with anticipation then, as I'll be needing all the switches and buttons very soon.

**GCNgamer128** · 01-02-2008, 12:10 PM

Payment Sent Lorenzo.

Could you place me for Feather Light please?

Thanks,
Andy

**slavefive** · 01-02-2008, 07:21 PM

...awesome project cruzer!!!!

**bobafett669** · 01-03-2008, 08:20 AM

Is it to late to get in on this list?

**FANGS** · 01-03-2008, 09:27 AM

Just waiting for a quote on shipping to Canada and then I'll send off the Paypal!

**Jango 5204** · 01-03-2008, 11:30 AM

Size comparison pictures between MOW and Cruzer's to clear up questions about size and fit posted in the interest thread. I'll post some pictures with the suit tonight after the photographer gets home. WARNING, A LOT OF PICTURES.

Basically, the openings are close to the same size as MOW, with the body being shorter.

**Cruzer** · 01-04-2008, 09:25 AM

Originally Posted by slavefive

...awesome project cruzer!!!!

Only because of your help!!! Thanks.

Originally Posted by bobafett669

Is it to late to get in on this list?

No, not too late.
I'm going to cut the list off at #20.
And then do a lot of catching up this weekend after the resin arrives.

**Cruzer** · 01-04-2008, 10:16 AM

Hey guys. Dark-Side has offered to do a special run of aluminum parts for members on my run list. Dark-Side has to send me all of the hinge for your orders, so he can easily put any aluminum parts in the same box and save everyone from paying the shipping costs.

If anyone on my run list needs aluminum parts for their gauntlets, PM Dark-Side. His parts and prices can be seen here:http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f28/darts-missiles-new-run-22632/

There will be no shipping charges for anyone in on this special run.

Fettfan54, your order will be in with this special run.

Thanks,
Cruzer

**TB750** · 01-04-2008, 10:21 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

Hey guys. Dark-Side has offered to do a special run of aluminum parts for members on my run list. Dark-Side has to send me all of the hinge for your orders, so he can easily put any aluminum parts in the same box and save everyone from paying the shipping costs.

If anyone on my run list needs aluminum parts for their gauntlets, PM Dark-Side. His parts and prices can be seen here:http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f28/darts-missiles-new-run-22632/

There will be no shipping charges for anyone in on this special run.

Fettfan54, your order will be in with this special run.

Thanks,
Cruzer

Thanks to both of you. Just one question though. Where can one find a Euro/Dollar exchange rate?

**Cruzer** · 01-05-2008, 12:07 AM

You can do an internet search for currency exchange and find a handful.
I like to use www.xe.com.
But to get a quick idea, you can multiply whatever Euro amount by 1.66 and that'll give you a very close estimate in U.S. dollars.

**Dark-Side** · 01-05-2008, 05:25 AM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

You can do an internet search for currency exchange and find a handful.
I like to use www.xe.com.
But to get a quick idea, you can multiply whatever Euro amount by 1.66 and that'll give you a very close estimate in U.S. dollars.

1,66?????

Tooo much!!! meaby is 1,46 \1,48!!!!

Now I open another tread for this special run of aluminum parts so who want can add on the list.

**Cruzer** · 01-05-2008, 08:45 AM

Yeah, you're right, around 1.47.

**bobafett669** · 01-07-2008, 07:26 AM

Add me to the list for the gauntlets for now, I will need the parts and rocket as well in the future but don't know I can shell all that out at once right now.

Originally Posted by Cruzer

Only because of your help!!! Thanks.

No, not too late.
I'm going to cut the list off at #20.
And then do a lot of catching up this weekend after the resin arrives.

**Cruzer** · 01-07-2008, 08:24 AM

The list is now closed guys. I have 8 sets of parts pulled in Feather Lite resin. There was a problem with the Smooth Cast that caused it to damage the flamethrower mold, but not to the point of rendering it unusable. The two times I have used SC, it has taken some silicone with it, so I've stopped using it. I'm going to pull as many parts as I can in FL, before attempting more in SC. So far of the two, the FL is producing higher quality parts with extremely fewer air bubbles. If I can't get the SC to give me the quality results I feel you'd want, I may need to upgrade everyone to FL parts. I'll keep everyone updated on this.

As for the shells, the gel-coat and fiberglass work has to be done outside, so the weekend storm didn't allow me to work on any. If I try to work on them in the garage, the odors permiate the house and that's not good for the family. So I'll be working outside on the shells little by little as the weather permits.

I'm still waiting on the sample of electronics and hose to come in, and it'll be a few weeks till the Dark-Side hinge and parts come in, so I'm shooting for having all the orders ready to ship once they arrive.

I'll snap a few pics when there's something to show.

Let me know of any questions.

Thanks,
Lorenzo

**Satxer** · 01-07-2008, 08:46 AM

Yeah, the weather has been wierd. It is hitting 60 today and tomorrow here in Ohio...60 in January...wow.

**TB750** · 01-07-2008, 10:29 AM

Cruzer, if it'll save you some hassle I'll change my order from SC to FL.

**Cruzer** · 01-07-2008, 11:36 AM

Thanks.
There was just some pitting in the back and along the seam lines that is going to get sanded off anyway, so the damage was insufficient. What happened is some of the resin stuck to the silicone causing it to tear off in small areas. I believed it was caused by a prior bad pull where the liquid resin permeated the silicone's pores after prolonged contact. If all else fails, I can easily make new molds for the smaller parts, so no problem. My main concern right now is the tiny air bubbles that I didn't get with my sample pull. I bought the material in gallon size so I'm wondering if smaller quanties are better when premixing.

No worries though, I'll get it figured out.

**JDFett** · 01-07-2008, 08:51 PM

hey lorenzo...silly question, but will you send along assembly instructions with these..not sure how much there really is to know but some may benefit from a small list of simple how to's

**Cruzer** · 01-07-2008, 09:31 PM

Originally Posted by JDFett

hey lorenzo...silly question, but will you send along assembly instructions with these..not sure how much there really is to know but some may benefit from a small list of simple how to's

Ok, are you sure you're ready for this? Here's a cut n' paste of a PM I sent a fellow member about a week ago who asked about the assembly I performed:

Here's exactly what tools I used for a precise build on these gauntlets. I'm sure there's always room for improvision to cut down on the number of drill bits & tools used.

Here's a list of the specific tools I used:

1/16 drill bit: Tap out punch holes in large hinge to release pin.
3/32 -6" drill bit: Clean out the inside of the hinge links of Home Depot hinge to be used for the pin closure.
3/32 drill bit: Pre-drill holes in flamethrower, missile, whipcord, and hose attachment for the set screws used to attach those parts to the shells.
1/8 drill bit: Holes for the 2 mini-darts.
11/66 drill bit: Holes in shells for set screws used to attach parts.
5/32 drill bit: Pre-drill hole for hose attachment on whipcord. Drill holes for the 4 aluminum darts.
3/16 or 7/32 drill bit: Holes for min-toggle switches.
17/64 or 9/32 drill bit: Holes for push buttons on flamethrower.
5/16 drill bit: Hole for Halo_1 LED.
21/64 drill bit: Hole for Dark-Side whipcord dart. Pre-drill holes for hose attachments on flamethrower.
3/8" drill bit: Holes for flamethrower nozzles.
1 1/8" Freud Percision Shear Forstner drill bit (#PB-008 ) to hollow out flamethrower.
Reinforced Cut-off Wheel for Dremel (#426) to trim recessed areas on shells for Dark-Side hinge. General trimming around edges of shells.
60 Grit Sanding Band for Dremel (#408 ) for general trimming around edges of shells. Clean out clearance areas for toggle switches, mini darts, darts, LED, and slider switch.
MultiPurpose Cutting Bit for Dremel (#561) to drill and clean out oblong hole for slider switch.
1/8-27 NPT tap: Thread pre-drill holes for hose attachments on flamethrower.
3/4" tape: Mark edge of recessed areas for Dark-Side hinge.
Satellite City Special T CA glue: Glue hinge to shells.

I also used various shop tools like a cordless drill, drill press, Dremel, exacto knife, 220, 400, and 600 grit sandpaper, Krylong Grey Primer(in my opinon best available in a spray can for this kind of stuff).

Most of it is the various perfect sized drill bits to use. I'm going to do #12 for everyone, so no need for that tool. For those that aren't in a rush, I can also trim the larger hinges for the pin and hollow out the insides with the 6" long drill bit mentioned in #2. This step helps tremendously in allowing the pin to slip through easily

Hope that helps explain the work that'll be involved.

**Cruzer** · 01-07-2008, 10:28 PM

Some of the electronic samples came in today.

**JDFett** · 01-07-2008, 11:53 PM

thanks lorenzo...that im sure will help a ton!

**Dashrender** · 01-08-2008, 05:56 AM

Drat, a day late. I'm assuming (more like hoping) that you will be doing another run of these in the future.

**Satxer** · 01-08-2008, 06:14 AM

Those instructions sound like a lil skill is required.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-08-2008, 08:08 AM

The left toggle switch, the right slide switch, and the left push button all look great! Where did you get them?

**Jango72** · 01-08-2008, 08:51 AM

Cruzer, how much for a set of those switches and toggles? I'm in need.

**Skalen Fehl** · 01-08-2008, 12:47 PM

Hey Cruzer, just stopping by to say hello. I'm very impressed by your work! Every year Jango costumers are getting better! 8)

**Cruzer** · 01-08-2008, 12:52 PM

Originally Posted by Dashrender

Drat, a day late. I'm assuming (more like hoping) that you will be doing another run of these in the future.

I'll take more orders after this run if the molds are still usable. More than likely the shell molds will still be in excellent condition, along with right gauntlet whipcord and hose attachment molds. However, more than likely I'll have to make a new mold for the flamethrower.

Originally Posted by Satxer

Those instructions sound like a lil skill is required.

Actually most of it is just drilling the accurate hole sizes needed. I forgot to mention I'll also be doing #16 because it includes an uncommon tool I don't want everyone to have to run out and purchase. Everything else however, can be done with a decent set of drill bits and a Dremel.

Originally Posted by Foxbatkllr

The left toggle switch, the right slide switch, and the left push button all look great! Where did you get them?

My choices exactly. I obtained the push buttons and sub-mini toggle switches from this ebay seller: http://myworld.ebay.com/dmmwem , and the slider switch here (item M): http://www.mouser.com/catalog/632/1469.PDF

Originally Posted by Jango72

Cruzer, how much for a set of those switches and toggles? I'm in need.

For your patience in me getting your holsters out to you, I'll throw them in the box with everything else.

**Satxer** · 01-08-2008, 01:46 PM

I have a question about step 12.

1 1/8" Freud Percision Shear Forstner drill bit (#PB-008 ) to hollow out flamethrower

Um, hollow out flamethrower?

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-08-2008, 01:58 PM

Thanks for the info Lorenzo! I've got a very rare pair of FP CC Jango gauntlets and I'm looking to supply them with the most accurate greeblies I can find. Let me know when you get that new LED housing sample as well. Oh, and I may need to hit you up for a featherlite missile...

**Cruzer** · 01-08-2008, 03:13 PM

Originally Posted by Satxer

I have a question about step 12.
Um, hollow out flamethrower?

I'll be doing that. See post #94 in this thread for a pic of a hollowed out flamethrower: http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f28/guaging-interest-cruzer-jango-gauntlets-22920/

Foxbatkllr, lucky guy. I should have extra missiles. Two of the three LED housings they sent me were too small, and the third was the wrong part. I'm going to have to place another order for the accurate part and maybe a second possibility. However it's looking like Halo_1's LED just may be the best readily available.

**Cruzer** · 01-08-2008, 05:11 PM

130 feet of .25" ID x .43" OD Jango hose!

**Satxer** · 01-08-2008, 07:34 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

I'll be doing that. See post #94 in this thread for a pic of a hollowed out flamethrower: http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f28/guaging-interest-cruzer-jango-gauntlets-22920/

Ah, for weight purposes I am guessing.

**HMPOTC33** · 01-10-2008, 12:33 PM

Can you put me down for the next run. Thanks

**Jango72** · 01-10-2008, 01:04 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

For your patience in me getting your holsters out to you, I'll throw them in the box with everything else.

I appreciate that Cruzer, but I really didn't mind the wait all that much. I know that the end product will be well worth it... it's just my un-curbed, giddy school-days enthusiasm that made it hard for me to not PM you every single day to pester you for an update.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-10-2008, 04:27 PM

Which particular toggle switch is that? None of the pictures in his auctions appear to look exactly like that.

**Cruzer** · 01-10-2008, 04:37 PM

Originally Posted by Jango72

I appreciate that Cruzer, but I really didn't mind the wait all that much. I know that the end product will be well worth it... it's just my un-curbed, giddy school-days enthusiasm that made it hard for me to not PM you every single day to pester you for an update.

It's the least I can do as I appreciate your patience. I'll throw in an LED too if you can use it. The rain kept me from being able to finish them last weekend (needed to break out the spindle sander...throws dead cow skin everywhere), so they'll be finished by this weekend.

Originally Posted by Foxbatkllr

Which particular toggle switch is that? None of the pictures in his auctions appear to look exactly like that.

I ordered the SM103s. They have the center position, which I like.

**Jango72** · 01-10-2008, 05:26 PM

I can most certainly put an LED to good use.

I owe you big time Cruzer, thanks again.

:thumbup

Now I can relax and continue on with my jet pack build. Speaking of which... I'd better get a few pictures before I get too far into it so I can start my "in progress" thread.

**Cruzer** · 01-11-2008, 11:17 AM

Ok guys, small update:

The toggle switches and push buttons Foxbatkllr and I felt were our best options, are on the way.
The round washer screws to attach all the parts, are in.
The Home Depot hinge has been bought for the pin closure sides.
13 parts kits(flamethrower, whipcord, hose attachment, etc.) are made.
The hose is in and I'll be dying it this weekend.
25 12"x12"x8" USPS Priority mail boxes are on the way.
I'm going to try and pull 4-6 complete sets of gauntlet shells this weekend.
...and we are still waiting on the other 2 LED samples to arrive and then we'll be ordering those along with the slider switches.

Dark-Side is estimating the aluminum hardware and hinge to arrive by, I think, the 25th at the latest.

Darth Hobbes can confirm that on at least one night I stayed up till 2 a.m. just to pull cured pieces out of the molds...as I was also playing Call of Duty 4 on Live while waiting for the resin to cure!

Anything else?

**TB750** · 01-11-2008, 12:26 PM

Cruzer, you've got one more to mark off as "paid".

I can't wait to get these! However, I have promised myself I'll be patient...

**Cruzer** · 01-17-2008, 06:56 AM

Continuous update:

Box o' parts.
Sea of shells.
Toggle switches and push buttons are in.
They sent me the wrong LED again and so I called, and they are hopefully sending the right one this time due to a request for their wharehouse to check their bin stock.
1/3 of the hose is dyed.
The USPS Priority mail shipping boxes have arrived.

Cruzer

**Satxer** · 01-17-2008, 07:11 AM

Now that is a beautiful sight.

**Jango72** · 01-17-2008, 07:12 AM

Thanks for the updates Cruzer, and all those parts are looking nice.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-17-2008, 11:09 AM

I got my push-buttons, slide switch, and toggle switches as well as an LED sample from Mouser. The Slide Switch from Mouser is dead on perfect! The toggle switches and pushbuttons are the most accurate things I've seen yet, maybe perfect. The LED is nice and looks just like the LED's found on the prequel sabers but I don't think it's quite right for Jango. The Halo_1 LED seems to be the best still.

**Cruzer** · 01-17-2008, 01:23 PM

The only thing I didn't like about the slide switch was the dark metal housing, when the original is silver.

You're lucky to have gotten the correct LED. Out of the five samples I ordered, four were correct. But it's that allusive fifth one that according to the catalog's diagram, I think has a good chance of being a pretty close match to the original. I reordered it Monday, so hopefully it'll be in today or tomorrow.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-17-2008, 01:34 PM

Is the original silver? I don't have my pics on hand right now...anyways that's an easy fix. I think its perfect otherwise.

As for the Halo_1 LED it's really tall while the one I got from Mouser is more low profile. It's hard to tell which is more correct. The C2 pictures look more like the Mouser one, but the Paris exhibit pics look more like the Halo_1 LED to me. It's possible they used a couple of different types maybe? I don't know. I'm going to install both on my FP Gauntlets and take some pictures to see which looks better.

**Cruzer** · 01-18-2008, 10:01 AM

The samples I ordered were all from the maker, Dialight. I snapped a few pics of the ones I received to compare with the Halo_1 LED. The LED that keeps alluding me is similar in diameter to the base of the Halo_1 LED and has the same size LED, but smaller in height like #1.

Once I receive it, I'll snap a few more comparison pics.

**Jango72** · 01-18-2008, 11:04 AM

I like the #1 LED personally. It seems like a more practical shape/size when taking into consideration its placement on the gauntlet. ( it seems less likely to snag on things. )

**Cruzer** · 01-18-2008, 11:20 AM

Yeah, me too. The LED I keep trying to get should be exactly like it but just smaller in diameter like the Halo LED.

**JDFett** · 01-18-2008, 11:26 AM

sweet progress pics....can't wait to get this stuff...but i will..LOL

**Cruzer** · 01-20-2008, 02:47 PM

Ok guys, I'm running out of space to store these.

To thin things out a little, I'm going to mail out kits to those not waiting for Dark-Side parts.

Other than that, we're just waiting on the LED sample to arrive.

Reorganized Run List:

Those not on Dark-Side's List:
1. Steelblitz - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid
2. Satxer - gauntlet kit(fl), missile (r), & hardware...paid
3. Florida_Phil - gauntlet kit, missile, & hardware...paid
4. Illandriel- gauntlet kit, missile(sc), & hardware...paid
5. GCNgamer128 - missile(fl)...paid

Those waiting on Dark-Side parts:
1. TK-4426 - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid
2. JDFett - gauntlet kit & hardware...paid
3. BKBT - gaunlet kit & hardware...paid
4. nsucolonel - gauntlet kit(sc), missile(sc), & hardware...paid
5. Brad 1957 - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid
6. TK0363 - gauntlet kit(sc), missile(fl), & hardware...paid
7. Jango Wes - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(r), & hardware...paid
8. Skywalker810 - gauntlet kit, missile, & hardware...paid
9. Fangs - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid
10. Darth Hobbes - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid
11. SoulAssassin - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...paid
12. Darksaber212 - gauntlet kit(fl), missile(fl), & hardware...paid
13. TB750 - gaunlet kit(sc), missile(r), & hardware...paid
14. Oz - gauntlet kit, missile, & hardware...paid

Others:
1. Asok - gauntlet kit(sc) & hardware...trade
2. bobafett669 - gaunlet kit, missile, & hardware...trade
3. Seeker - missile(fl)

**SoulAssassin** · 01-20-2008, 03:46 PM

Lovely Sight!

**Florida_Phil** · 01-20-2008, 03:52 PM

Ohhhhhh yeahhhhhhhh.
Now I just need it to stop raining, and get above 10C outside....
I thought Winter was supposed to be over last week? This sure doesn't look like spring to me!!! (Florida joke).

**JDFett** · 01-20-2008, 06:57 PM

now thats a whole lot of gauntlets..LOL

**SoulAssassin** · 01-20-2008, 07:29 PM

Ok I see mine! Top row, third one from the right

**Halo_1** · 01-20-2008, 08:08 PM

Cruzer,

Always glad to help...should you still need my help with the LEDs [if you think it's still the best

], just LMK.

Stay safe bro!

Tim.

**Cruzer** · 01-21-2008, 08:58 AM

Originally Posted by Halo_1

Cruzer,

Always glad to help...should you still need my help with the LEDs [if you think it's still the best

], just LMK.

Stay safe bro!

Tim.

Thanks bro, yours is still the most correct. I may just have to place an order here pretty soon.

Here are some pics of the original LED. The first pic is from the C2 exhibit, while the second is from the Paris exhibit. They look to be the same except for just the LED pushed down a little.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-21-2008, 09:53 AM

I really like the Mouser LED after installing it. It's the same size LED as the Halo_1 LED but it's more low profile. It's part # 696-LXR3816SID-150 from Mouser.

**Cruzer** · 01-21-2008, 10:20 PM

Thanks Foxbatkllr, I'll have to check out that part. Have a close up pic you can share with us of it installed?

I was going through my Halo_1 LED inventory from my last order with him and noticed there were two LED that were slightly different. I think these just may be the accurate ones!

Hey Halo_1, did you know that you sent me two different types? They're the same diameter, but just different heights.

**Halo_1** · 01-22-2008, 04:01 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

Thanks Foxbatkllr, I'll have to check out that part. Have a close up pic you can share with us of it installed?

I was going through my Halo_1 LED inventory from my last order with him and noticed there were two LED that were slightly different. I think these just may be the accurate ones!

Hey Halo_1, did you know that you sent me two different types? They're the same diameter, but just different heights.

Whoah! I didn't know that....

Which is the more recent one bro? LMK.

Stay safe,

Tim.

**Cruzer** · 01-22-2008, 05:09 PM

Well, the last order I placed with you I bought ten or so. So the two that are different were in that order.

If you can in fact get more of those lower profile LEDs, then in my opinion, they are identical to the screen-used part.

**Halo_1** · 01-22-2008, 09:42 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

Well, the last order I placed with you I bought ten or so. So the two that are different were in that order.

If you can in fact get more of those lower profile LEDs, then in my opinion, they are identical to the screen-used part.

Copy that bro. Can you do me a favor and help me out with the height measurement of the lower profile LED? From the top to the bottom of the 'flair', and I'll hit the store later to see how many I can pick up. I'm assuming you still want that 20 if I can get it? Or more?

LMK bro.

Stay safe,

Tim.

**Cruzer** · 01-23-2008, 10:12 AM

The diameter of the base is approximately 9.5mm, while the height of the chrome housing only is 3.5mm.

**Benkenove** · 01-23-2008, 10:30 AM

WOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Cruzer talking in mm...instead of inches !!! GOD !!! This is a revelation !!! I will bookmark this day as a GREAT DAY FOR THE MANKIND !!! XDDD (Hey Lorenzo, just kidding off course

).

**Drake** · 01-23-2008, 10:52 AM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

The diameter of the base is approximately 9.5mm, while the height of the chrome housing only is 3.5mm.

This is kinda off-topic, but I've spoken to many Americans in my days, whether its over the net or there in person, and I've never seen or heard an American use something even remotely close to the metric system. Do you use mm, cm, m, km in U.S (or California where you live) or are you just nice to the other people outside of the U.S. and therefore translate into their measurements?

Yeah, off-topic like hell, but I'm pretty curious.

**Foxbatkllr** · 01-23-2008, 10:55 AM

In the U.S. we use inches/feet/yards/miles most of the time. However, we often do use metric measurements for the benefit of those who live in other countries or sometimes as a more precise, small measurement. It's sometimes easier to measure in mm's than in inches.

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